Kent County RFP 6554 Unmet Needs Program 2027 - Department of Health and Human Services
Kent CountyCounty · Grand Rapids, MI- Due
- Jun 22, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 3, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Amy LaBudde
- (616) 632-7720
The 30-second brief
Kent County is soliciting proposals for the FY2027 Unmet Needs Program to support longer-term community programs where other funding is limited. A total of $412,000 is available for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2027.
Proposal, Scope, Budget, Program director resume, Funding details, Form 990, Management letter
Thoroughness of response, assessment of ongoing need, availability of alternative funding, past agency performance
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Summary
Kent County is soliciting proposals for the FY2027 Unmet Needs Program to support longer-term community programs where other funding is limited. A total of $412,000 is available for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2027.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Thoroughness of response
- Assessment of ongoing need
- Availability of alternative funding
- Past agency performance
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Proposal
- Scope
- Budget
- Program director resume
- Funding details
- Form 990
- Management letter
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Program director resume
- Other funding opportunities details
- Most recent year 990 form
- Management letter from most recent financial audit
- Board-approved agency budget
- Submit to
- Kent County Purchasing Division website
- Scope location
- Kent County, MI
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Kent County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 22, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Kent County Purchasing Division website. For questions, contact Amy LaBudde.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Kent County in MI, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Amy LaBudde at (616) 632-7720. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Proposal, Scope, Budget, Program director resume, Funding details, Form 990, Management letter. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Thoroughness of response, assessment of ongoing need, availability of alternative funding, past agency performance" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Kent County?
All active and historical solicitations from Kent County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Kent County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: program director resume, other funding opportunities details, most recent year 990 form, management letter from most recent financial audit, Board-approved agency budget. Review the full document from Kent County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Kent County, MI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.